22 September 2026 Punjab Khabarnama Bureau : The Indian women’s cricket team will face Sri Lanka in the final of the Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket competition on Tuesday, with a gold medal at stake.
The final will be played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, with the match scheduled to begin at 10:30 AM IST. India are looking to defend the gold medal they won at the previous Asian Games.
India Enter Final After Dominant Semi-Final
India booked their place in the final with a comprehensive 114-run victory over Bangladesh in the semi-final.
Batting first, India posted 195/4, with Shafali Verma producing a spectacular unbeaten-style assault that saw her score her maiden T20I century. She reached the milestone in just 49 balls, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur contributed 40 runs.
India’s bowlers then restricted Bangladesh to 81, with Nandani Sharma taking three wickets, while Deepti Sharma also claimed three wickets.
Sri Lanka Beat Pakistan to Reach Final
Sri Lanka also reached the gold-medal match with an impressive semi-final performance.
They defeated Pakistan by eight wickets after successfully chasing down a target of 178. Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu led the chase with an unbeaten 83 off 50 balls, while Hasini Perera contributed 42 from 26 deliveries.
Rematch of 2023 Asian Games Final
The India-Sri Lanka final is a repeat of the 2023 Asian Games gold-medal match in Hangzhou.
India won that final by 19 runs in a low-scoring contest and will now look to retain their Asian Games women’s cricket title.
The two sides also met recently in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 final, adding another chapter to their growing rivalry. India won that tournament final to claim their eighth Asia Cup title.
Shafali Verma in Spotlight
Shafali Verma enters the final in strong form after her explosive semi-final hundred.
Her performance against Bangladesh was one of the major highlights of India’s campaign, while Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur provide further experience at the top of the batting order.
Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will rely heavily on Athapaththu’s experience and attacking batting after her match-winning contribution against Pakistan.
Rain Could Become a Factor
Weather conditions are also being closely monitored ahead of the final.
Rain has already affected some cricket fixtures at the Asian Games, and forecasts for Nisshin indicate the possibility of rain and thunderstorms. The final does not have a reserve day, making weather conditions particularly important.
Where to Watch India vs Sri Lanka Final
The India-Sri Lanka women’s cricket final will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network, with streaming available through SonyLIV. The match is scheduled for 10:30 AM IST at Korogi Sports Park.
Gold Medal at Stake
India’s route to the final has been convincing, while Sri Lanka have also produced strong performances throughout the knockout stage.
With both teams having recently faced each other in major women’s cricket finals, Tuesday’s contest promises another important chapter in their rivalry as India seek another Asian Games gold.